A Wicked Way to Win an Earl (Sutherland Scandals)

'A Wicked Way to Win an Earl' by Anna Bradley is book one in the "Sutherland Scandals" series. This is the story of Delia and Alec Sutherland. I would easily give this more stars if I could... it was that good! This is the Historical Romance with the bad acting lead man who has the family to take care of and protect....and a rake. The heroine too has a family she is trying to take care of but is a loving person who tries to keep her self from falling for the hero. This took me on an emotional roller coaster ride that just showed me how much I had become attached to their story. Delia and her sister a visiting friends that they had met in the country where they live. Delia nor any of her sister come to town because of their mother who made a scandal when she defied her parents and ran off to marry someone else that they felt was beneath her. Delia mother and father are now past. Delia and her sister think they will be safe from talk since the scandal their mother cause was so long ago and they won't be in London. But they are going to the house of the man they mother turned away from in favor of their father. That gentlemen his also died and now it it is just the adult children and the mother left. Alec is the oldest son and knows of what happen with his father and Delia mother. Alec father was a very stern if not mean person and now Alec finds himself the head of the family. When he hears that his brother has taken an interest in Delia, Alex sets out to change that. Alec doesn't want his brother getting hurt by her. So Alec thinks to keep her busy by distracting her and keep his brother away from Delia. But things doesn't always work out the way you think they will. Please follow more reviews at the below sites: [...] [...] [...] [...] [...] [...]

This is Anna Bradley's first book and I liked it very much. Can't wait for the rest of the Sutherlands to find their HEAs. First, I liked the fact that I did not notice any typos, grammar or editing errors that sometimes occur with new authors. This makes me happy as is does not interrupt my reading. The only thing I didn't like, and a new author has no control over this, is that the gorgeous man on the cover doesn't quite match the hero's description. Publishers - please note the characters' descriptions before you decide on the cover. The story itself was very good. Ancient history: the heroine's mother dumped the hero's father and eloped with a commoner. They had 5 daughters and were very happy. Lord Carlisle, not a particularly nice man, married someone else and had 2 sons and 2 daughters. Delia and Lily Somerset met Charlotte, Eleanor and Robyn Sutherland (the younger son) and became friends. They were invited to the Sutherland's house party where they met the eldest son, the current Lord Carlisle. I hate to write plot spoilers, especially with a very good complex story. I'll just say that I recommend this book and will be buying the next one.

I loved this story! I had a hard time putting it down and actually dreamed about it the first night. Delia and Alec are fascinating characters that play a wicked game that includes seductive banter. Their relationship is complicated by each other's family history, which makes it all the more interesting and exciting to read. Loved the plot and juicy love scenes. I can't wait for the next book. I am hooked on the Sutherland Scandals!

It was okay. It had some promising scenes. A few a really liked, but the tension buildup was a little lacking

The blurb is not exactly correct. Alec is not on a mission to ruin Delia, he just wants to distract her away from his younger brother, Robyn. There's a history, you see. Delia's mother had jilted Alec's father many years ago to run off and marry a commoner. That was an embarrassment to the earl but Delia's parents were happy until their untimely deaths. The Earl of Sutherland, an austere, unfeeling man, subsequently married another. Now, Delia and Lily are attending a house party at the Sutherland estate. Delia, still saddened by her parents' deaths and feeling that she and Lily don't fit in among aristocrats, is particularly concerned about their reception by the countess. The Countess of Sutherland is a lovely lady and is very kind to both sisters. Alec is another matter. He appears cold to many people and is obsessed with protecting his family...particularly "saving" Robyn from Delia. Well, you know how it goes...best laid plans... I look forward to reading more by this author. Enoy your reading! :)

I had never read a book by Anna Bradley before this one. I am now a fan, and looking forward to the next book about the Earl's rakish brother (Robyn) and Lily (Delia's sister). The Earl is the hero of this book, and Delia is the heroine. I am not good at summarizing a story, so I'll just say that I liked the characters, enjoyed the banter between them, felt the attraction and tension between them, and when the love scene (it was lovely, erotic, and emotional) between them finally occurred, you cared about them and their happiness. I am just disappointed that I have to wait until August of 2016 for the next book, A Season of Ruin. I truly enjoyed the book.

This was such a fun book to read! I loved the story and the characters. It was just the right amount of witty dialogue, humor, passion and interesting plot. I found myself completely engaged from start to finish and only put it down so it wouldn't end too quickly. I can't wait for the next book in the Sutherland Scandals series...unfortunately it won't be out until August 2016.

Definitely one of my favourite books recently. The dialogue was clever and engaging. The characters were well developed and interesting. More than just an average Historical Romance. A thoroughly good read.

Loved this book and New author book in excellent condition

Lovely read if you like historical romance. Delia is a strong female character and holds her ground opposite the rakish Alec. Although highly predictable the story is entertaining and develops at a good pace. Recommended.

Good read.

4.5/5. Fantastic debut novel with the heady combination of humour, heart and heat. It made me laugh out loud more than once, sigh in response to the heartfelt emotions experienced by the protagonists and just a bit flustered at times from the heat emanating between the two leads . Utterly wonderful and I await the follow up novel with great anticipation.